HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Resolution _6372- Case 5.1306 ZTARESOLUTION NO. 6372
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED ZONE
TEXT AMENDMENT OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO ADD DEFINITIONS AND TO AMEND ALL
COMMERCIAL ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS REGARDING
CHURCHES AND ALL OTHER PLACES OF ASSEMBLY
AS REQUIRING CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS OR
ALLOWED BY -RIGHT AND ALLOW THE INITIATION OF
CODE AMENDMENTS BY THE PLANNING DIRECTOR
(CASE 5.1306 ZTA).
WHEREAS, the proposed amendment is considered a "project" pursuant to the terms
of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), and the it has been
recommended that the proposed amendment be determined to be Categorically
Exempt from the provisions of CEQA under Section 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land
Use Limitations) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act because
the proposed zone text amendment proposes only insignificant changes to the title and
provides for increased locations for churches and allowing staff to initiate amendments.
WHEREAS, a notice of public hearing of the Planning Commission of the City of Palm
Springs, California for Case 5.1306 ZTA (Zone Text Amendment) was given in
accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on October 23, 2013 a public hearing of the Planning Commission was
held to review said case, and at said hearing the Planning Commission reviewed and
considered all of the evidence presented in connection with the hearing on the project,
including, but not limited to, the staff report, and all written and oral testimony
presented.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Pursuant to CEQA, the Planning Commission hereby recommends that
the City Council determine that the proposed zone text amendment (Case 5.1306 ZTA)
is Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA under Section 15305 (Minor
Alterations in Land Use Limitations) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental
Quality Act because the proposed zone text amendment proposes only insignificant
changes to the title and provides for increased locations for churches and allowing staff
to initiate amendments.
SECTION 2: Pursuant to PSZC Section 94.07.01 (Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment), the Planning Commission finds as follows:
A. The proposed zoning code amendment is consistent with the intent of the zoning
code, because, according to Section 91.00.00, the Zoning Code is adopted "For
the purpose of promoting and protecting the public health, safety and welfare of
the people of the city of Palm Springs and to provide for the social, physical and
Planning Commission Resolution No. 6372
Case 5.1306 ZTA
December 11, 2013
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land resources ..."; and the amendment proposes to modify the existing zoning
land use categories to allow for additional uses and additional methods to initiate
amendments.
B. The proposed zoning code amendment is consistent with the intent of the
general plan, because, the General Plan priorities include:
Encourage the creative mixing of land use to promote vibrant
neighborhoods and reduce the need for vehicle use;
and a Vision that states:
We provide responsive, friendly, efficient public services
within a government that fosters unity among all our citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Planning
Commission hereby recommends that the City Council determine that the proposed
zone text amendment Case 5.1306 ZTA is Categorically Exempt from the provisions of
CEQA under Section 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) of the
Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act and also recommends adoption
of an ordinance to approve a zone text amendment (Case 5.1306 ZTA), as set forth in
Exhibit A.
ADOPTED this 11th day of December, 2013.
AYES: 6, Commissioner Weremiuk, Vice -Chair Hudson, Commissioner Klatchko,
Commissioner Lowe, Commissioner Roberts and Chair Donenfeld
NOES: 1, Commissioner Calerdine
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
M. Margo Wheeler, A1CP
Director of Planning Services
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Exhibit A
Planning Commission Resolution No. 6372
Case 5.1306 ZTA - Church Uses
December 11, 2013
Definitions:
Section 1: Section 91.00.10.B of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended as follows:
Delete - "Church"
Add - "Religious institution - Facilities operated by religious
organizations for worship, or the promotion of religious activities, including
churches, mosques, synagogues, temples, etc., and religious schools; and
ancillary uses on the same site, such as living quarters for ministers and
staff, and child day care facilities accessory to the religious facility itself.
Other establishments maintained by religious organizations, including full-
time educational institutions, hospitals, and other potentially related
operations (for example, a recreational camp) are classified according to
their respective activities."
Section 2: P Zone:
Section 92.08.00.01.0 of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: 2. Religious Institutions
Section 3: Section 92.09.01.A shall be amended to delete:
5. Artist studios
13. Convention centers
30. Libraries
33. Movie theaters
34. Museums
40. Photographic studios
48. Slenderizing salons, health clubs, athletic clubs,
52. Theaters, legitimate stage
Section 4: Section 92.09.01.D. shall be amended to add:
Artist and photographic studios; convention centers; health clubs;
libraries; movie theaters; museums; religious institutions; theaters;
legitimate stage.
Section 5: CDN Zone:
Section 92.10,01.C. of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: 9. Religious Institutions
Section 6: CSC Zone:
Section 92.11.01.A of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: 7. Religious Institutions
Section 7: C-1 Zone:
Section 92.12.01.A of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: 56. Religious Institutions
Section 8: C1A A Zone: (D
Section 92.13.01.C.1. of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: I. Religious Institutions
Section 9: C2 Zone:
Section 92.14.01.A. of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: 21. Religious Institutions
Section 10: CM Zone:
Section 92.15.01.A. of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: 33. Religious Institutions
Section 11: M-1-P Zone:
Section 92.16.01.A. of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: 8. Religious Institutions
Section 12: Section 94.07.01.13.1. of the Palm Springs Zoning Code is amended to
add: c. The director of Planning Services may initiate proceedings
by submitting the matter to the Planning Commission for
public hearings.
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